2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1979 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,408 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Ascona (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Opel Ascona weights approximately 2 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Opel Ascona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Opel Ascona (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1979 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Kalina | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
